2007 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Express | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Express | X1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
